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Day 61 on our NAMM Countdown: We take a look back at our interview with French rockers, BlackRain

November 18, 2016

For Day 61 on our Countdown to NAMM 2017, we wanted to bring you our interview with the bad ass French rockers, BlackRain. NAMM brings musicians, retailers, and manufacturers from all over the world and it was definitely a highlight when we ran into BlackRain at NAMM 2015. Check out our quick chat with BlackRain: It was great to talk with them and their album, Released definitely kicked ass! If you don’t already have it, pick it up now at the following links: ITunes: http://hyperurl.co/ReleasediTunes Amazon: http://hyperurl.co/ReleasedAmazon Streaming: http://hyperurl.co/BlackRainDeezer & http://hyperurl.co/BlackRainSpotify You can check out their video for their song, Run Tiger Run (feat. Remi Gaillard and Giles Lartigot) new song, Back In Town which is off the new album. The first time I heard BlackRain is when my son Rockin Ryan played Overloaded for me and I was instantly transformed back to my nights spent on the Sunset Strip in the ’80s. At first I thought I was listening to an old Motley Crue track!! Swan on vocals just blows you away with his powerful voice [Read More]

Day 62 on our NAMM Countdown: PRS Guitars Unveils 2017 Updates for Core and S2 Series Electric Guitars

November 17, 2016

We continue our countdown to NAMM 2017 and on Day 62, we feature PRS Guitars as they unveil 2017 updates for Core and S2 Series Electric Guitars. Check out the news below: (STEVENSVILLE, MD) November 17, 2016 – Last month saw the release of the 2017 PRS SE Series, which included new pickups and a new headstock design. PRS Guitars has now unveiled the Core and S2 Series electric guitar line up for 2017, which brings with it both entirely new models and some subtle refinements that highlight the company’s innovative spirit and dedication to the details. The highlights for 2017 include the introduction of the McCarty Singlecut 594, 509, Santana Retro, and Gen III tremolo bridge in Core and new pickups for the S2 Series. Singlecut McCarty 594 With endorsements from artists like John Mayer, John Wesley Dearth, and Jimmy Herring, the McCarty 594 saw a great reception in 2016. For 2017, PRS has introduced a single-cutaway version of the 594 as both the November Private Stock Guitar of the Month and a [Read More]

Day 63 on our NAMM Countdown: Throwback to our interview with Chandler Juliet

November 16, 2016

We continue our countdown to NAMM 2017 and on Day 63, we are featuring a Throwback to our Interview with Chandler Juliet. Check it out here: We were excited to catch some time with recording artist/actress Chandler Juliet at this year’s NAMM Convention. She has been quite busy and had a lot to share with us. She just released her new video for her song Someone Like You, check it out here: Chandler truly captures a depth of emotion with her vocals and instantly brings a connection to the listener.Along with her bubbly personality and infectious smile, you can’t help but feel your spirits lifted. We chatted with Chandler and you can check out our interview with her: If you don’t already have her debut EP Loud Heart, pick it up today by heading over to Amazon here. The songs highlight Chandler’s blissful vocals amid her emotionally driven lyrics that will become soundtracks to your life experiences. Make sure to visit her social media sites so you can stay up to date on her latest [Read More]

Check out the new single, Fading out from Rival City and get hooked!

November 15, 2016

Alternative Rock supergroup Rival City which features Jeff Gutt (X-Factor), Will Hunt (Evanescence), Geno Lenardo (Filter) and KC Jenkins have just released their new single, Fading Out. They are sure to capture your attention and deserve your praise for their emotionally driven song that delivers a raw vulnerability. You will be hooked on the song as it dazzles you with inviting vocals and a sound to cross genre boundaries. Check out the track here: You can pick up the new single here: iTunes: http://smarturl.it/iTunesRC2 Google Play: http://smarturl.it/RivalCityGP Spotify: http://smarturl.it/RivalCitySpotify Amazon: http://smarturl.it/RivalCityAmazon We will see if we can bring you an interview with Rival City so you can get to know more about them and what is next in store for them. Rival City is: Jeff Gutt – Lead Vocals Geno Lenardo – Guitar KC Jenkins – Bass & Background vocals Will Hunt – Drums Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Website: http://rivalcity.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/rivalcity Twitter: https://twitter.com/rivalcityhts

Day 64 on our NAMM Countdown: GRUV Gear announces GRUV Live, global artists concert event

November 15, 2016

We continue our countdown to NAMM 2017 and on Day 64, we feature Gruv Gear. Gruv Gear announces GRUV Live, a global artists event! Their debut concert event on the opening night of NAMM!! Some of the top GRUV GEAR Artists will be performing with more being confirmed. In-N-Out Burgers on-site, can’t get any better! Less than 2 miles away from the convention center, and a special Lyft 50% off promo code will be offered. PLUS, giveaways from our special co-sponsors (to be announced soon). You can pick up VIP Tickets by heading over to here: http://www.gruvgear.com/gruvlive/ GRUV GEAR designs and builds innovative accessories for musicians, DJs, photographers, cinematographers, producers and other creative pros! Whether you are carrying around your most prized guitars. cameras, or gig gear, they have what you are looking for.Check out some of their products below: Information & Links: Website: http://gruvgear.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gruvgear Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gruvgearproducts Location & Hours Anaheim Convention Center 800 West Katella Avenue Anaheim, CA 92802 Thursday, January 19 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday, January 20 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday, January [Read More]

Check out our Spotlight Band, Aaron Buchanan & The Cult Classics

November 15, 2016

We would like to bring the Spotlight on Aaron Buchanan & The Cult Classics. You might already be familiar with a couple of the members as frontman and vocalist, Aaron Buchanan was the former frontman of the British rock band, Heaven’s Basement and Kev Hickman was previously banging the drums for RavenEye. It is about time you get to know more about this rock band and keep them on your radar as they are definitely one of the up and coming rock bands to watch out for. Their first year has included much hard work and determination, which had them successfully complete their first tour, released their single CD,recorded their soon to be released debut album, treated us to a kick ass video and have booked some quite stellar upcoming shows to include the Wildfire Festival 2017. You can pick up the physical single CD, All The Things You’ve Said and Done which has the exclusive B Side of Fire in The Fields of Mayhem by heading over to their merch store at http://thecultclassics.bigcartel.com/ Check out their video for [Read More]

Senses Fail celebrate 15 years and announce the Quince Anos Tour

November 15, 2016

Senses Fail are celebrating 15 years and what better way to celebrate than a new tour! They have announced the Quince Anos Tour and will include special guests; Counterparts, Movements and Like Pacific. The tour will take them across the US and they will be performing their album, Still Searching in its entirety. VIP/PRESALE TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT: www.sensesfail15.com, GENERAL ON SALE: 11/18 @ 12pm EST 03.03 – San Diego, CA @ Observatory North Park 03.04 – Mesa, AZ @ Club Red 03.06 – Dallas, TX @ Gas Monkey 03.07 – Austin, TX @ Mohawk 03.09 – Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum 03.10 – Orlando, FL @ House Of Blues 03.11 – Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade 03.12 – Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle 03.14 – Norfolk, VA @ The Norva 03.15 – Baltimore, MD @ Ram’s Head Live 03.18 – New York, NY @ Webster Hall 03.19 – Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club 03.21 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Mr. Smalls Theatre 03.22 – Philadelphia, PA @ Electric Factory 03.23 – Sayreville, NJ @ Starland [Read More]